If you’ve been to the dentist recently, you’ve probably heard about fluoride. This mineral is naturally occurring in many foods and in drinking water. You may also be aware that fluoride is a treatment that can be requested by a patient to their dentist. Learn more about why fluoride treatments are often used in protecting […]
Our tongues play a key role in not only allowing us to taste and swallow food, but it can also be an indicator of certain health problems. The tongue offers clues to patients and their dentist about overall health and wellness, and may help pinpoint common conditions. Many patients are unaware of how much their […]
Dentists such as Dr. Thomas J. DeStefano want to provide the best care possible to patients in the practice. While a visual examination can be used to spot some concerns, it does not give them the full picture of a patient’s overall oral health. Thanks to dental x-rays (or radiographs), dentists have the ability to […]
Having a family dentist is critical in helping the entire household maintain good oral health and healthy habits. Our team of professionals at DeStefano Dentistry are pleased to offer a wide selection of services patients of all ages to ensure treatment and monitoring of oral health at every stage of one’s life. Children have different […]
Patients who are interested in obtaining better dental health and wellness are often interested in learning more about general dentistry and home healthcare. While most patients know to brush their teeth after every meal and to floss at least once a day, patients may have questions for our dental team that they may be unsure […]
Dr. Thomas J. DeStefano and his team of professionals in Pittsford, NY routinely work with patients of all ages in their family-friendly dental practice. With the help of a caring team of hygienists, Dr. Thomas J. DeStefano proudly offers pediatric dentistry alongside traditional dental services for teenagers and adults. Care for the entire family The […]
When families are interested in quality care, they need to seek out a dentist who has a variety of options for patients young and old. Dr. Thomas J. DeStefano is a professional who is available to help patients of all ages in his state-of-the-art dental facility. His practice, located in Pittsford, NY, understands the importance […]
Patient in Pittsford, NY and the surrounding communities who are interested in receiving dental care for their entire family are welcome to book a consultation visit with DeStefano Dentistry. Dr. Thomas J. DeStefano and his staff provide pediatric dental care, as well as care for adults and seniors. No matter what your age, our professionals […]
There are many situations in which patients may need to have their natural teeth extracted. Tooth extractions may be performed at DeStefano Dentistry for any number of reasons, including: Impacted teeth – the most common impaction occurs with the wisdom teeth or third molars. These teeth often do not have enough room to erupt through […]
Children have a special ability: they smile. The average child smiles approximately 400 times a day. We could learn a thing or two from these little humans, seeing that the average adult smiles no more than 40 times a day. Aside from reminding us to look for the joy in everyday life, this statistic on […]